Who Can Refer A Child

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As per the international guidelines, the foundation will accept a referral only when it is certified by a medical professional that the child referred to us was suffering from a life threatening illness. Whether a particular illness is considered life threatening or not, is left completely at the discretion of the doctor treating the child. There is a list of life threatening illnesses. This list is to be used only as a guide.

A referral is essential to begin the wish granting process.

Referrals are accepted from medical professionals attached to an institution andfrom the institutions that provides care and supportto such medical emergency situations.

Referrals from any other sources should be directed to askthe family to contact the Foundation.

A referral will include a confirmation from the treating doctor about themedical condition of the child referred. He/ she should certifythat the child is suffering from a life threatening illness.

A child's physician is the only person who can determine whetherthe child medically qualifies for a wish.

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Make Wish International was formed in 1993 to serve countries outside USA and Make-A-Wish now operates around the globe 50 countries. Thanks to the generosity of thousands of donors and volunteers, Make-A-Wish has granted over 334,000 wishes worldwide to some very deserving children. As an affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, we're part of the biggest wish granting organization in the world.